Growing up there were so few works of literature or art that truly made me feel seen or heard. Giovanni’s Room and James Baldwin’s work in general have long served as not only a means of hope and solace but also faith and confidence that our community is important and matters. That I and we are important and matter.
Which is why working on this project for the cover of @tmagazine men’s fashion issue was of such importance. Being able to work with a team of proud, strong, mostly queer men and women to bring this to life reassured me that we are indeed making strides in the right direction.
Thank you Hanya for your vision and your endless support of those less seen. Thank you @johncedmonds@jamescusatimoyer@mister_temi@cyndiaharvey@adrienpinault@patrickli__@nadiavellam@establishmentny for your tireless efforts in bringing this project to life.
All love ❤️

Had the most amazing experience traveling to New Orleans for the first time to celebrate pride, beauty, and blackness in all of its modern glory for The September Issue of US Vogue. Let that sink in.
The times they are a-changing and I am so thrilled and proud to be a part of that change. Thank you to our family and friends, old and new, who dedicated their time, energy and passion into this massive labor of love. Thank you @voguemagazine for giving us the platform to show the world beauty in all of its diverse forms.@oliverhadleepearch@cyndiaharvey@susiesobol_makeup@whitneyhellesen@raulmartinez1024@virginiafsmith@nicburdekin